Kuwait Public Holidays 2026 – Complete Official Calendar & Dates
Kuwait Public Holidays 2026 – Complete Official Calendar & Dates
Kuwait observes a total of 17 public holidays in 2026, including national celebrations, Islamic religious observances, and key astronomical events. These holidays are officially recognized across the country and play an important role in cultural, religious, and public life.
Below, you’ll find a comprehensive list of Kuwait public holidays in 2026, along with their dates and detailed descriptions. This information is ideal for business planning, travel scheduling, HR management, and academic reference.
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List of Public Holidays in Kuwait – 2026 | Kuwait Public Holidays 2026 – Official Dates Table
| Holiday Name | Date | Day | Details |
| New Year’s Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Marks the first day of the Gregorian calendar year. |
| Isra and Mi’raj | January 16, 2026 | Friday | Commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s night journey and ascension to heaven. |
| Start of Ramadan | February 18, 2026 | Wednesday | Beginning of the Islamic holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. |
| National Day | February 25, 2026 | Wednesday | Celebrates Kuwait’s independence and national identity. |
| Liberation Day | February 26, 2026 | Thursday | Commemorates the liberation of Kuwait. |
| Eid al-Fitr | March 20, 2026 | Friday | Celebrates the end of Ramadan. |
| March Equinox | March 20, 2026 | Friday | Astronomical event where day and night are equal in length in Kuwait City. |
| Eid al-Fitr Holiday | March 21, 2026 | Saturday | Official public holiday extending Eid al-Fitr celebrations. |
| Waqfat Arafat Day | May 26, 2026 | Tuesday | Observed during the Hajj pilgrimage and officially recognized in Kuwait. |
| Eid al-Adha | May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | Major Islamic festival commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion. |
| Eid al-Adha Holiday | May 28, 2026 | Thursday | Additional official holiday for Eid al-Adha. |
| Islamic New Year (Muharram) | June 17, 2026 | Wednesday | Marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar. |
| June Solstice | June 21, 2026 | Sunday | Longest day of the year in Kuwait City. |
| The Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (Mawlid) | August 26, 2026 | Wednesday | Celebrates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. |
| September Equinox | September 23, 2026 | Wednesday | Day and night are nearly equal in length. |
| December Solstice | December 21, 2026 | Monday | Shortest day of the year in Kuwait City. |
| New Year’s Eve | December 31, 2026 | Thursday | Last day of the Gregorian calendar year. |
Kuwait Public Holidays 2026 – Complete Official Calendar & Dates